Campuses throughout North America have turned to RNL to become more data-informed in their decision making. Our comprehensive research capabilities and extensive consulting experience help you make the right choices for growth, revenue, and stability.

Expert analysis from experienced professionals

RNL consultants and research staff have experience with a wide range of analytical tools, from factor analysis and decision trees to predictive modeling, to bring just the right level of expertise to your study. They have extensive experience working with four-year, two-year, private, public institutions, and systems and associations on a variety of research issues.

No subscriptions or generic research

Unlike many other firms, RNL does not charge a subscription service for our higher education market research services. Our fee-for-service pricing means you only pay for what you need, giving you greater ROI on your research projects. We also deliver research that fits your needs and never canned, generic research findings.

RNL provides higher education market research expertise in the following critical areas: 

Market Trends, Competition, and Perception

• Enrollment Projection Models
• Competition Analysis
• Image and Perception Studies

Price Setting & Strategy

• Price Sensitivity Analysis

Academic Program Insights

• Custom Single Program Research Studies
• Academic Program Environmental Scans
• Program Prioritization and Positioning Studies
• Academic Program Demand Analysis
• Market and Program Viability Studies
• Individual Program Insights

Standard and Custom Surveys and Focus Groups

• Custom Surveys
• Custom Focus Groups
• College Employee Satisfaction Survey
• Alumni Engagement Survey
• The Research Toolkit suite of survey instruments